Is ringworm on the inner thigh a form of tinea corporis? How to care?

Tinea cruris is mainly caused by infection of dermatophytes. People suffering from tinea cruris will experience many adverse effects in their lives, such as itching and affected work. Therefore, we should pay great attention to tinea cruris. So what should we pay attention to in our daily life when we suffer from tinea cruris?

Tinea cruris is not a STD

Tinea cruris is a skin ringworm disease caused by fungi. It often occurs on the inner thigh near the genitals. Men are more susceptible to tinea cruris than women. The main cause of the disease is that it is difficult to sweat out, and the groin is hot and stuffy, which provides good breeding conditions for fungi.

Because the location of the disease is awkward, many people worry whether it is a sexually transmitted disease. In the traditional sense, sexually transmitted diseases refer to diseases that are mainly transmitted through sexual behavior, and the main site of disease is the genitals. Clinically, it has been proven that most patients are infected through non-sexual routes. Therefore, tinea cruris is not classified as a sexually transmitted disease.

How to care for tinea cruris

Develop good hygiene habits, keep your body dry and clean at all times, clean your genitals carefully when taking a bath every day, change clothes frequently, and sufficient sun exposure to change clothes can effectively kill pathogenic fungi.

Do not share personal belongings

Personal items such as underwear and pants should never be shared. As these items come into direct contact with private parts, if the original owner suffers from tinea cruris, they can be directly infected.

Avoid irritation of the affected area

Patients with tinea cruris should try to avoid irritating the affected area. When bathing, do not use water that is too hot to rinse the affected area. Use less alkaline and irritating detergents. Try to use detergents that do not harm the sebum membrane and will not cause skin lesions.

Loose clothing

Usually choose loose underwear to allow the private parts to breathe and avoid long-term moisture and stuffiness. Wearing loose underwear can also reduce pressure on the genitals.

Avoid spicy food and eat light food

Patients with tinea cruris should avoid spicy food and eat a light diet. Try to eat less spicy, irritating and fried food. Do not smoke or drink alcohol. Eat more fruits and vegetables and drink plenty of water.

No injury to the affected area

If the patient feels that the affected area is itchy, he can apply some ointment to relieve it. Do not scratch it to avoid damaging the skin and causing a larger area of ​​infection.

Avoid cross infection

Pathogenic fungi that can cause tinea pedis, tinea corporis, etc. can also cause tinea cruris. People with other tinea diseases should seek treatment as soon as possible to avoid cross-infection. In particular, patients with onychomycosis should not touch their private parts with their hands at will.